In the european 1,000-point test, which is the biggest of its kind in Europe, one truck stood out from the rest. The Scania S 500 showed off subliminally driving skills, handling, capacity and other qualities. In the 1,000 point comparison test, the S 500 dominated in what is called the biggest and most requiring test for trucks in all of Europe. The test is conducted by an international committee of journalists within the field of trucks, that judge the trucks based on their a certain set of criteria, and conducts a lot of results based on objective measurements.
It was primarily the incredible performance, and the remarkably low use of fuel, that in combination with the best driving abilities and a high level of control, which made the Scania S 500 come out as winner. All these abilities and positive aspects of the trucks simply creates a better workplace for drivers.
The test-drive of the trucks in the 1,000-point test is facilitated on a 180 kilometer long road in the south western Germany. In a hilly area of Moseldal, the trucks are test in every possible aspect. It is organized by the German ETM Verlag, whom also publish the magazine Lastauto Omnibus and Fernfahrer in collaboration a few of Europe’s biggest truck magazines.
Scania S 500 is a luxurious version of its predecessor
The S-series is a part of a new generation of trucks. The new generation of these trucks are best within the field of driving-flow and engine performance. The Scania S 500 is for those drivers who want a little extra luxury in their everyday driving. The 500 hp engine combined with the optimized system “Opticruise”, makes up a smooth and steady experience, when driving in the truck. Furthermore, is the S 500 loaded with a technology called “Active Prediction”, which predicts the road and creates a more dynamic experience. This also aids limits the use of fuel used by the truck and cruising out and about in the new Scania S 500 is an extraordinary smooth experience.
